The Worthing Thunder Junior program for the 2018/19 season is as follows.
Under 12 Central Hoops
Under 14 National League
For any enquiries regarding the junior programme, please contact Nicci Parish on juniors@worthingthunder.net
Henry’s Match Reports
Saturday 1st December 2018
Worthing Thunder staged a great comeback at the leisure centre on Saturday 1st December as they went on to beat Folkestone Saints 58-53. Going in at half time Thunder were down by 11 points, however Thunder came out revitalised in the second half and were able to come back by playing great defence and by playing as a tight team managed to go all the way and secure the win! Coach Jorge’s MVP Dan Seymour. ~Henry Parish
Saturday 24th November 2018
Worthing Thunder Juniors U14’s were narrowly defeated 66-67 by Brighton Cougars in an lively match. Going into half time, Thunder were trailing by 15 points going into the break. However Thunder turned it around to lead by 9 points with 6 minutes on the clock. After a tough last quarter and 3 injuries Thunder were leading by 2 points with 21 seconds to go, unexpectedly Cougars shot a 3 pointer taking them to a 1 point lead with 19 seconds left. Unfortunately Thunder couldn’t get that last basket! But what a game. Coach Jorge’s MVP was Will. ~ Henry Parish
Saturday 10th November 2018
Saturday 10th November brought Worthing Thunders U12 team to face Sussex Bears U12 at Worthing Leisure Centre for their first friendly of the season. Thunder struggled to begin with as lots of shots were just missing the basket but Thunder didn’t give in and finally got their first basket in the second quarter. Despite their best efforts they succumbed to a defeat. Coach Ishmael’s MVP was Julian. ~ Henry Parish
Saturday 27th October 2018
Thunder U14’s played their first home game at Worthing Leisure Centre on Saturday 27th October. Unfortunately they were beaten by the tough Brixton Topcats. However Thunder were resilient and didn’t give up until the final buzzer! Coming within a few points in the third quarter the juniors couldn’t quite go all the way and gain the lead. Coach Jorge’s MVP was David. ~ Henry Parish
Sunday 21st October 2018
Worthing Thunder Juniors succumbed to their first defeat as they lost 105-40 to a strong Sevenoaks Sun’s side. Sevenoaks burst into an early lead 12-0 out of the traps. However a resilient Thunder team reeled back to go into half time trailing by 22 points. Annette Christian stated ‘ I thought the team responded positively in a really tough match and encouraged and supported each throughout the game’. Coach Tor’s MVP was Archie Towse. ~ Henry Parish
Saturday 6th October 2018
Worthing Thunder Juniors U14 started their season with a bang as they beat Mid Sussex Charges convincingly 99-40. The main reason for the great win was the high level of teamwork shown by all players on and off the court. This was evident as every one of the players got on the scoresheet. Coach Tor’s MVP was Will Christian who overcame a nosebleed to score 27 points! ~ Henry Parish
Testimonials
St Peter’s Catholic Primary School – 13th September 2018
“Just wanted to give you some feedback on the Basketball Club last night. The children thoroughly enjoyed it. The coach, Ishmael, was fantastic and so good with the children. He took time to speak with them and their parents. The activities he ran were well organised, and very well delivered to ensure the children gained maximum benefit. We look forward to the coming weeks!”